Pan Seared Brussels Sprouts Recipe
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
163 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
North American
Pan Seared Brussels Sprouts Recipe
Description
The recipe calls for trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts cooked cut side down in olive oil over medium-high heat, seasoned simply with sea salt. This method softens the sprouts while preserving bite, and the direct contact with the hot pan loosens any bitter edges and adds mild caramelization.
After cooking for about five minutes until the sprouts are tender enough to pierce with a fork, the pan is removed from heat and tossed with chopped roasted almonds and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. The nuts add a toasted flavor and crunch contrast while the glaze offers a tangy-sweet finish that complements the earthy sprouts.
If softer sprouts are preferred, a splash of water can be added during cooking to steam them further. This side dish pairs well with many main courses and suits those looking for a vegetable preparation that highlights natural flavors with straightforward seasoning.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¾ lb Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved
- ¼ teaspoon salt sea salt
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- ¼ cup almond chopped, roasted
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large, non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the brussels sprouts cut side down and sprinkle them with salt. Let them cook for 5 minutes, or until they are tender but still have a bit of bite. Reduce the heat if the brussels are browning too much. See notes.
- Once the brussels can be pierced with a fork, remove the pan from the heat and stir in the chopped almonds and balsamic glaze.
Notes
- Cook Brussels sprouts until fork-tender for slight bite; steam with water for softer texture if desired.
- The cut side down cooking creates slight caramelization without over-browning.
- Toss with chopped roasted almonds for added crunch and nutty flavor.
- Finish with balsamic glaze for tangy-sweet contrast to the earthy sprouts.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 163 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving = ½ of the recipe | |
| Calories | 163kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 0.003g | 0% |
| Sodium | 167mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 396mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 641IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 72mg | 80% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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